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Create a channel Learn moreI had one! 2000 year model. Great bike!I’m back you sluts. I did a thing
~130 hp for now. Cam swap next.
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This is my second one. I had a 2000 I bought new in same color as this one. This one has thousands in aftermarket goodies already installed. Full race pipe, stage 3 Tuning with pod filters, weight reduction, Ohlins rear shocks, cartridge forks, upgraded brakes and braided lines. It’s a beast already. LolI had one! 2000 year model. Great bike!
I'd like to get a 1983 Honda CB1100F and do a s resto mod: put CB RR up-side down forks, wheels, brakes. Kinda new and old at the same time. But I have too many other projects going on and about once a week some one here gets wiped out on a bike.This is my second one. I had a 2000 I bought new in same color as this one. This one has thousands in aftermarket goodies already installed. Full race pipe, stage 3 Tuning with pod filters, weight reduction, Ohlins rear shocks, cartridge forks, upgraded brakes and braided lines. It’s a beast already. Lol
That would be sick. They did make the CBR 1300? I forget what year but it was really close to being the perfect motorcycle only made it a couple years if I get to add more to my collection that’s definitely on the list.I'd like to get a 1983 Honda CB1100F and do a s resto mod: put CB RR up-side down forks, wheels, brakes. Kinda new and old at the same time. But I have too many other projects going on and about once a week some one here gets wiped out on a bike.
Stay safe!
For me the 80's honda I would go with a 500 interceptor. Just always liked the looks of them over their larger brothers.I'd like to get a 1983 Honda CB1100F and do a s resto mod: put CB RR up-side down forks, wheels, brakes. Kinda new and old at the same time. But I have too many other projects going on and about once a week some one here gets wiped out on a bike.
Stay safe!
I'm old, I have 4 vintage MX bikes that I restored for my son to race. I ride them every now and them. But they most sit. Too busy with work/ life and other things!That would be sick. They did make the CBR 1300? I forget what year but it was really close to being the perfect motorcycle only made it a couple years if I get to add more to my collection that’s definitely on the list.
I'm old, I have 4 vintage MX bikes that I restored for my son to race. I ride them every now and them. But they most sit. Too busy with work/ life and other things!
What years are your bikes….Thanks!! QA 50 on the bench,,, full rebuild for great grandson,,,, no, not finished ..I'm old, I have 4 vintage MX bikes that I restored for my son to race. I ride them every now and them. But they most sit. Too busy with work/ life and other things!
What years are your bikes….Thanks!! QA 50 on the bench,,, full rebuild for great grandson,,,, no, not finished ..
What years are your bikes….Thanks!! QA 50 on the bench,,, full rebuild for great grandson,,,, no, not finished ..
NICE JOB!!!!!!!!!️️️️1983 CR480R, 1980 CR250R, 1986 CR250R, 1983 CR250R and 2003 CR250R.
I goofed up on the reply!
I will make that happen next few days.@sirhrmechanic
Would love to see your packing list.
I'm planning a 2024 trip from Kennewick, WA to Two Rivers (outside of Fairbanks) Alaska and back on my Honda 2017 Africa Twin.
Going to my old home in the woods and turn around and head back, just because I'm not getting any younger.
@sirhrmechanic
Would love to see your packing list.
I'm planning a 2024 trip from Kennewick, WA to Two Rivers (outside of Fairbanks) Alaska and back on my Honda 2017 Africa Twin.
Going to my old home in the woods and turn around and head back, just because I'm not getting any younger.
i had ironbags (brand of leather saddlebags) on my springer. when i was run off the road, those bags protected the bike. they earned their name.I had help putting my RS Warrior down Tuesday. I was coming down the turn lane prepping to get off the highway, and some jackass decided he needs to turn out in front of me. It was either hit him or put her down, so down I went.
Walked away a little sore, but scraped up my new hard bags. Thinking about it now the bags probably saved me from getting pinned as they held the bike up a bit off my leg.
@sirhrmechanic Could I please get make and model on the green lantern?4 weeks until Labrador. Went through gear
Today as I am off on a short trip to New Hampshire tomorrow to give a talk to some “new” adventure riders about going to strange places.
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Shakedown for the Trans-Lab in Sept. Can’t wait. Was supposed to do that in 2019, but some work things came up and I had to shitcan it. Then three years of worthless Commie Trudeau and his closed Border.
Maine to Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, Newfoundland, then Trans-Labrador
To Manic-5. Then to Quebec
City and home.
Going to be an epic ride. Just keep those hurricanes in the South, m-kay?
Sirhr
Make and model on the green lantern?
Is that a Colorado license plate?I’m back you sluts. I did a thing
~130 hp for now. Cam swap next.
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Here's some on fuel storage. FortNine videos are pretty good.Actually, thanks for this. I typed it out so I can give to my 'students' tomorrow!
Starting roughly lower left to… wherever I go.
I think that’s about it. It all packs surprisingly small. Balances well. Most of it never used. But better to have and not need… yadda yadda yadda.
- Owners manual and aftermarket repair book
- Above is spare parts for carbs and general repairs.
- Hand ‘chain saw’
- 100 MPH Tape (Military duct tape)
- Camera tripod
- Assorted plug adapters for Europe and also a 12v 10 110v inverter
- Boot laces
- Boots and shower shoes. Also carry sneakers
- Riding glasses/goggles
- Tent
- 2 gallon gas can (need this for Labrador. Still working on how to secure
- Bungee cords, elastic net and paracord
- Rope. Also couple of carabiners and figure 8
- Extra reading glasses and clear safety glasses
- IR and xenon signal flare
- Pocket knife and multi tool
- Folding spade
- Golok
- Tire repair kits x 2 and tire spoons
- Jumper cables
- Folding safety triangle (Required in EU)
- Uninsulated gloves. Also carry insulated gloves and thick winter gloves
- Mosquito repellent and seasick tablets (never needed them until a North Atlantic Ferry in a massive storm)
- Tarp
- Flashlight and lantern
- Sleeping bag mat
- Food prep, mess kit, spices, steak knife and baby wipes. I cannot emphasize how much you will appreciate spices and condiments!
- Massive bag of TP and Kleenex (pack this at the top!)
- Sleeping bag
- Draw bags with T-shirts, socks, etc. I buy new clothes on the road and mail old clothes home or throw them out.
- Neck gaiters, watch cap
- Waterproof dry bag(s) that hold clothes and stuff that needs to stay dry
- 2 sets rain gear. Harley makes great rain gear! Also some ‘cheapie’ stuff. Have two sets. Really. Also rain Booties are your friend. Rain booties are awesome
- Also carry camera, binoculars.
- I carry thin blue line pins to give to fellow officers. Goes over great in EU, overseas.
- Paper maps to back up GPS/phone
- Baseball cap
- Sunscreen
- Insurance papers, registration, etc. in waterproof bags
- Passport in waterproof carrier. Also photocopies of passport, drivers license, etc. in waterproof bags.
- Sheath/utility knife.
- If riding in USA, pistol with extra mags. (Retired LE… I can carry)
- Spare keys hidden along with $500 emergency cash and credit card.
- Spare Batteries for all electrical stuff
- Two wristwatches
- Cell phone (goes without saying, probably)
- Basic first aid kit
- Motorcycle toolkit as supplied by BMW.
- Heated electric vest, HD brand.
- “Technical” gear… not leather.
- Barbour sweater… best sweaters on the planet.
- A ‘nice’ shirt, tie and pants in waterproof bags. Sometimes you go out for a nice meal
Keep in mind that lots of this is un-necessary in CONUS… but if you go to Alaska, overseas/arctic/FUSSR or ‘dirt tracking’ across the US West… yeah, a lot can help.
Know where you are going. Need bear spray? Cable locks for your wheels? Hot weather/hydration gear? Think about where you are going and what are the worst cases. Then bring the gear that may keep you alive. Do you need a hand chain saw on Baja? Probably not. Do you need Bear Spray in Norway? Not really. But plan, plan, plan!
Here's a list and some thoughts. BTW, there is a great book on 'setting up an adventure bike. by Robert Wicks, "Building the Ultimate Adventure Motorcycle." It's on Amazon if the link works.
Amazon product ASIN 184425836X
Hope this helps and again... thanks for the request. This will really add to my talk!
Cheers,
Sirhr
I’ll look. Really no idea it was some kind of a trade show giveaway I got in the early 2000’s I think. AUSA show.
Sirhr
PS. Can’t help myself…
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I bought it in Colorado, he let me keep the plate till I got Wyoming tags.Is that a Colorado license plate?
Wyoming is gonna be pissed!
Nice looking bike though.
What panniers/cans are those? Never complemented a guy before on his big cans, but….
Touratech size huge?
Please tell me you took all the toll roads back.I bought it in Colorado, he let me keep the plate till I got Wyoming tags.
Oh yea! I miss mine!Is that a Colorado license plate?
Wyoming is gonna be pissed!
Nice looking bike though.